Finance Officer

Do you want to be a part of a dynamic and ambitious intergovernmental organisation working for the promotion of free trade and economic integration across Europe and globally? The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) offers the opportunity for a motivated and highly skilled professional to join the Finance team of the Administration division in Brussels as a Finance Officer. Here, you will be part of an organisation based on professionalism, cooperation, trust, responsibility and respect. The EFTA Secretariat serves the four EFTA States – Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland – and has offices in Geneva, Brussels and Luxemburg. The Administration Division (ADM) provides internal services and support to the whole organisation, including in the fields of facilities management, finance, human resources and information technology.

Job description

The position entails hands-on responsibility for financial control and reporting. The Finance Officer is also expected to be able to lead improvement initiatives within the Administration division.

Responsibilities include:

• Financial reporting and analysis
• Controlling of accounting and coordinating the year-end closure process
• Project management of business improvement processes
• Overseeing procurement, contract and travel management
• Acting as Head of Finance when necessary

Essential Skills

• Master's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or other relevant fields
• At least five years of relevant work experience in the fields of financial management, accounting, controlling, audit, and/or consulting
• Solid understanding of accounting, controlling, and reporting
• Sound knowledge of and experience in using at least one accounting software package, and excellent command of MS Excel
• Structured and analytical mindset
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Excellent interpersonal skills, engaged, highly motivated, and able to take initiative

Ideal Skills

• Consulting experience of 2+ years is an advantage
• Experience with payroll would be an asset
• Experience in public procurement would be an asset
• Experience with MS Dynamics 365 Finance and Power BI (Power Query, Power Pivot, etc.)
• Experience as superuser in IT systems and/or experience with implementing systems.
• Experience in project management and leading business improvement processes
• Experience working in an international environment
• Self-reliance, autonomy and a proactive approach

Employment terms

EFTA has a dynamic and diverse work environment with the opportunity to work in a team of highly qualified people. Here you will be part of an organisation based on professionalism, cooperation, trust, responsibility and respect.

EFTA also offers:

• International career and learning opportunities.
• An inclusive environment with high regard for cultural differences.
• Competitive benefit package.

Grade: A4

Annual salary: EUR 112,786.56

For further information on the post: Anna Maria Axelsdottir, Head of Finance, E-Mail auf jobs.nzz.ch ansehen Questions on the recruitment process and technical issues: E-Mail auf jobs.nzz.ch ansehen